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2009-10 Washington County Visitors Guide
Page 7
of Washington County
Communities
Kewaskum
www.village.kewaskum.wi.us &
info@village.kewaskum.wi.us
This pleasant village built along a sharp bend in the Milwaukee River, is home
to a variety of businesses, including a 27-hole golf course, downhill ski & tub-
ing facility, unique specialty shops, pubs, and casual dining establishments.
Named after a local Potawatomi Indian Chief whose name translates to turn-
ing on its track, Kewaskum has become well known as the Gateway to the
Northern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest. The Eisenbahn Hiking/Biking
Trail runs through the village and connects with the Ice Age Hiking Trail. The area
offers camping, swimming, horse trails and boarding facilities, hunting, fishing,
and cross country skiing. Relax and make yourself at home with us in Kewaskum.
Newburg
www.village.newburg.wi.us
Nestled along the Milwaukee River, this friendly community offers affordable
and attractive getaway opportunities no matter the season. Newburg is also
home to a wonderful preserve and educational facility just northeast of the vil-
lage. Spring canoeing and the summer firemens picnic with softball tourna-
ments and golf are sure to please. In fall, take a leisurely stroll or bike ride
through Newburgs glacier-created rolling terrain. After a winters day on the
abundant cross-country ski trails, warm up in a casual eatery.
Richfield www.richfieldwi.gov
Less than 20 miles northwest of downtown Milwaukee, the Village of Richfield
provides brilliant sightseeing and diverse recreational opportunities. Western
Villageof Richfield's unique topography is a result of the last iceage's glaciers,
some 12,000 years ago. Journey along the only road atop an esker formation
in the state, as well as, miles of state designated Rustic
Road. Try your hand at
the 54+ holes of golf at courses throughout the village. You can cross country
ski, snowshoe and snowmobile in the winter. Several lakes provide public and
private access to summer and winter recreation alike.
Slinger www.slinger-wi-usa.org
Originally named after its first general storeowner, Baruch Schleisinger, the vil-
lage name was shortened to Slinger in 1921. Located in the center of
Washington County, Slinger offers a variety of retail shopping area and spe-
cialty stores. Many fine dining and casual restaurants are sprinkled nearby. If
you seek year round recreation, Singer is home of the fastest quarter-mile oval
stock car race track and for winter fun; fireman's Park Annex has a sledding hill
and ice rink. Nestled between the county's biggest and best lakes, Slinger
offers something for everyone.
West Bend
www.ci.west-bend.wi.us
Located between Fond du Lac and Milwaukee, West Bend became a resting area
for weary travelers before the days of the railroad and was also home to the
Potawatomi and Menominee Indians. Characterized as a growing and prosper-
ous community, West Bend is full of people who embrace some old traditions,
hard work, strong faith and family. With the Milwaukee River as the thread weav-
ing West Bend into an extraordinary fabric, the locality encourages relaxation and
rejuvenation with its many recreational, cultural and historical attractions.
Slinger Speedway
Sunburst Ski & Tubing Area
Newburg Firemens Picnic
West Bend Community Memorial Library
Richfield Historical Park